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Michigan State Football Career Total Offense Leaders
Brian Lewerke holds Michigan State's career total offense record with 9,548 yards (2016–2019). Connor Cook (9,403) and Kirk Cousins (9,004) round out the top three. 7 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Payton Thorne (2020–2022), No. 6 on the list.
Michigan State SpartansUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Total Offense |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brian Lewerke | 2016–2019 | 9,548 |
| 2 | Connor Cook | 2012–2015 | 9,403 |
| 3 | Kirk Cousins | 2008–2011 | 9,004 |
| 4 | Jeff Smoker | 2000–2003 | 8,714 |
| 5 | Drew Stanton | 2003–2006 | 8,036 |
| 6 | Payton Thorne | 2020–2022 | 6,764 |
| 7 | Brian Hoyer | 2005–2008 | 5,930 |
| 8 | Ed Smith | 1976–1978 | 5,556 |
| 9 | Dave Yarema | 1982–1986 | 5,269 |
| 10 | Bill Burke | 1996–1999 | 4,934 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Michigan State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.